Transit Code Compliance Inspector – Protect Riders

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 41,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free transit pass

On-site gym

Holiday pay up to 13 days

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Jury duty leave

Job summary

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System is seeking Code Compliance Inspectors to enforce ordinances and ensure passenger safety across MTS properties, trains, buses, and transit centers. The role includes reporting, testifying when subpoenaed, and coordinating with field operations and police as needed.

Officers work a 4‑day/10‑hour week, with potential night and weekend shifts. A California driver’s license and POST course completion are required, with benefits including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

Possess a high school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Familiarity with the California Criminal Justice system is desirable.
Candidates must complete the POST 832 PC Certified Course in Laws of Arrest prior to hire or within the first year of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

Ensures passenger safety on all MTS properties, trolleys, buses, stations, bus stops, transit centers and in paratransit vehicles.
Enforces the fare ordinance by performing unannounced random inspection of fares on board trains and in fare paid zones.
Enforces other violations including, but not limited to, narcotics and alcohol-related offenses, and quality of life violations.
Performs other duties as assigned.